Active Beyond the Bell

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Help prepare your child to be active and healthy for life!

Your kids will have a blast in this after school program focused on physical activity, movement, health, and fun.

Active Beyond the Bell runs for two hours after dismissal in the gymnasium of your school, or if your child goes to Alex Hope Elementary or James Kennedy Elementary, a supervised walk to the Walnut Grove Community Centre.

Active Beyond the Bell starts September 20, 2021.

During Kindergarten gradual entry, Active Beyond the Bell starts at its regular time. We do not accommodate early pick ups during gradual entry.

Active Beyond the Bell does not run on non-instructional school days or early dismissal days. Pro-D day and early dismissal camps are available. View and register for camps.

Costs and Registration

2022 registration opens Monday, November 15, 2021 at 12:00pm for sessions running January - March, 2022.

Register weekly. Daily registration is not available.

Choose the weeks that work best for your family. Register online at tol.ca/recregister or in-person at one of the following centres: Aldergrove Credit Union Community Centre, George Preston Recreation Centre, Walnut Grove Community Centre, or W.C. Blair Recreation Centre.

Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and this program often fills up quickly. Waitlists are available.

Registration numbers will be reviewed the week before each operational week. If minimum registration is not met, adjustments may be made to staffing and/or program offering.

The cost is $13.80 per day, based on a weekly registration. Payment must be paid in full at time of registration; a monthly payment schedule is available.

For the monthly payment option, please contact a Township of Langley Recreation Centre to complete your registration. Monthly payments are due on the first day of each month for registrations within that month. Example: October 1 payment is for October 1 to 31.

Parents' Corner

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Active Beyond the Bell run?

When does registration open for 2022?

2022 registration opens Monday, November 15, 2021 at 12:00pm for sessions running January - March, 2022. You can register online at tol.ca/recregister or in-person at one of our centres:

Aldergrove Credit Union Community Centre
George Preston Recreation Centre
Walnut Grove Community Centre
W.C. Blair Recreation Centre

How much does Active Beyond the Bell cost?

Registration is by the week. Daily registration is not available. The cost is $13.80 per day. Payment must be paid in full at time of registration; a monthly payment schedule is available.

To select the monthly payment option, when registering, select “payment plan” at payment step. Monthly payments are due on the first day of each month for registrations within that month. Example: October 1 payment is for October 1 to 31.

When does Active Beyond the Bell run?

Active Beyond the Bell runs for 2 hours after the bell. The program runs on regular school days. At this time we do not have programs scheduled for early dismissal days or non-instructional days. Please check back here for any updates.

Is there a late fee if I'm late picking up my child?

A late fee of $10.00 for every 0-30 minutes and a fee of $20.00 for every 30-60 minutes is processed daily.

How do I contact the ABTB instructor to inform them of a change in pick up plans or that my child won't be attending?

Please email ABTB@tol.ca and our staff will contact your child’s Active Beyond the Bell instructor to advise of any change to pick up plans or attendance.

Can I withdraw my child if our plans change?

Yes, weekly registration fees are refundable if a request for withdrawal is received at least 5 days before the start of the program. If less then 5 days notice is given, registration fees are non-refundable. Example: if your child is registered in the week of September 20-24. To receive a full refund, notice must be received by September 15.

What is the format of the program?

Each day we focus on fundamental movement skills, activity, and nutrition. Activities are included that introduce or practice these skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. Daily happenings vary to allow for input from the kids, free time, and snacks.

What is Physical Literacy? And why do you focus on it?

Physical Literacy is the ability to move confidently and competently in a variety of ways on a variety of surfaces. Studies show that children today are not gaining the basic skills to move confidently and competently. Without these skills, children are less likely to participate in sports as a child, and even less likely to participate as an adult. We introduce and practice these skills in a fun environment that focuses on personal development. As confidence increases so does the probability that kids will learn to be active for live.

What kind of training does the staff have?

All staff go through an interview, reference check, and criminal record check before they are hired. Additionally, all staff must:

Have a valid First Aid Certificate.
Complete a Township-specific orientation process that includes safety, expectations, and customer service.

What COVID-19 protocols do you have in place for Active Beyond the Bell?

For COVID-19 related updates and information, see your school’s information website. Active Beyond the Bell staff will also follow Township of Langley workplace safety protocols for their protection while working off and on-site.

Where can I get more information on Active Beyond the Bell?

If you have further questions, please email ABTB@tol.ca and we would be happy to assist you.